Expert athlete, for short Crossword Clue

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(noun)
1. an athlete who plays for pay
2. an argument in favor of a proposal

Hint 2: Clue Definitions

ATHLETE (noun)
1. a person trained to compete in sports
EXPERT (adjective)
1. having or showing knowledge and skill and aptitude
2. of or relating to or requiring special knowledge to be understood
EXPERT (noun)
1. a person with special knowledge or ability who performs skillfully

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